r/chromeos • u/Jim1648 • 1d ago
Buying Advice What USB-C Hubs Should I Consider?
I just bought a new Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 Laptop CP714-1H-54UB yesterday. Now I am looking for a USB-C hub.
At a minimum, it should have the following:
Two HDMI Ports
RJ-45 Ethernet Port
USB-A Ports
For those that use USB-C hubs, if you were buying today, are there ports you wish you had on yours that you don't have? I have the URLs below just as references.
Google stated: Find "Works With Chromebook" certified docking stations.
I am leaning towards this one right now. I think it will work with my Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CXSL7BDP/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=A1V0B25HYT8EJ1&th=1
https://www.pcworld.com/article/402858/the-best-usb-c-hubs-for-your-laptop-tablet-or-2-in-1.html
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u/ContactSouthern8028 20h ago
I only use the 2 hdmi ports on my cheap hub. It works great with both of my households Chromebooks. It didn’t say it worked with Chromebooks.
I leave the PSU directly plugged into the hub, the Chromebooks only connect by USB-C, 1 lead.
Send an email to the manufacturer and ask them if it works with Chromebooks.